X Factor star gets engaged to footballer boyfriend after teasing 'If it’s meant to be, it'll happen'

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Alexandra Burke has revealed that she has got engaged to her partner Darren Randolph. Sharing the news in a sweet Instagram post on Sunday, 29 September, the former X Factor star shared a series of snaps from the moment her beau got down on one knee and popped the question. Captioning the carousel post Alexandra simply added an infinity symbol and ring emoji and added the song What A Wonderful World by Louis Armstrong in the background.

In addition to the series of photos, 36 year old Alexandra shared a video from the engagement, which took place at the Rosewood Hotel in London as she marked the milestone occasion. "Here's to us forever! I can't believe I get to marry my best friend Bring on the Burke-Randolph wedding I can't wait to call you my husband," she added.

Darren Randolph and Alexandra Burke have got engaged
Darren Randolph and Alexandra Burke have got engaged -Credit:WireImage

In response to the heartwarming announcement, fans and familiar faces flocked to the comments section to gush over the happy news. “This is everything couldn't be happier for you. You deserve the world. Congratulations," wrote Strictly Come Dancing's Nadia Bychkova. "Congratulations beautiful," added Mrs Hinch.

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"Oh my gosh!! I LOVE how happy you both are and those gorgeous babies," wrote another Instagram user. "Seeing the smile on both of your faces is making me smile from ear to ear," commented a fourth. Meanwhile another added: "Wow many congratulations to you both".

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Alexandra and Darren have been in a relationship for three years -Credit:Instagram / Alexandra Burke

The Hallelujah singer and Darren, who plays for Middlesbrough, have been in a relationship for three years. Together they are doting parents to two children and they have kept their little ones’ names and genders private.

During an interview with OK! earlier this year, Alexandra opened up about motherhood and revealed how it had changed her. "Becoming a mum has made me even more aware of enjoying each moment and still being present. I’ve achieved so much already which I’m so grateful for in my career, which is a short career really. Since having children, I’m enjoying everything 10 times more," she said.

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Alexandra opened up about her engagement plans during an interview with OK! earlier this year -Credit:Instagram / Alexandra Burke

"The early starts are wonderful with them, family time with Darren and the kids. I couldn’t ask for anything more and I don’t remember my life without them. It’s unbelievable and I feel very lucky to have given birth to two amazing, beautiful human beings – and I get to call them ours. It’s so special."

And when asked in May about whether there was a proposal on the horizon Alexandra remained tight-lipped, though explained that if it was "meant to be" it would happen. "You need to ask Darren! I can’t speak on his behalf but I do like to go with the flow. If it’s meant to be it will happen," she added.

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